CEC CEC Dining & Table Etiquette 2

Question 1

In American table setting, which fork is used first at a multi-course formal dinner?

Accepted Answer

The outermost fork, farthest from the plate

Answer

Silverware is used from the outside in, so the fork farthest from the plate is used for the first course.

Question 2

What is the proper way to butter bread at a formal dinner?

Accepted Answer

Break off a small piece, butter only that piece, then eat it

Answer

You should break off a single bite-sized piece of bread and butter only that piece before eating it.

Question 3

At a business dinner, when should a CEC advise clients to discuss business topics?

Accepted Answer

After the meal has been ordered and pleasantries exchanged

Answer

Business discussion at a business dinner should begin after ordering and initial social conversation, not immediately upon seating.

Question 4

What does the 'BMWs' memory device stand for in table setting?

Accepted Answer

Bread (left), Meal (center), Water (right)

Answer

BMW stands for Bread on the left, Meal in the center, and Water (glass) on the right to help remember place setting positions.

Question 5

Which glass should be used for water versus wine at a formal place setting?

Accepted Answer

The larger glass above the knife is for water; the smaller glass to its right is for wine

Answer

At a formal setting, the largest glass positioned above the knife is for water, and smaller wine glasses are placed to its right.

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